Groundskeeper

Position: 2025-2026 Groundskeeper

Position

Maintenance/Custodial/ Grounds Worker

Date Posted

10/24/2025

Location

Maintenance Dept.

Closing Date

Until Filled

Employment Status

Non-Exempt

Hourly Wage

$14.00 - $19.34 (Pay Grade AU-02)

Primary Purpose

To provide students and staff with a safe, attractive, and comfortable environment by maintaining the grounds of all district schools in a condition of safety, neatness, and aesthetic attractiveness.

Qualifications

• Ability to speak, read, and write English at the 8th Grade Level.
• Must have and maintain a valid Texas Driver’s License and be insurable.
• Ability to read and understand written instruction.
• Ability to operate yard maintenance and landscaping equipment (Tractor, riding and power mower, power tools, and hand tools).
• Ability to lift and carry 45 lbs. without assistance.

Major Responsibilities and Duties

• Assist in propagating and cultivating gardens, plants, trees, shrubs, and grass; maintain lawns and playgrounds by mowing, edging, fertilizing, and seeding; collect and dispose of leaves, dirt, rubbish, and refuse from district facilities.
• Help keep vehicle in safe operating condition; inspect and adjust tools and equipment for safety and efficiency; perform preventive maintenance as needed.
• Work cooperatively with other departments to maintain school properties.
• Learn proper safety procedures; follow safety regulations in the performance of duties; report accidents immediately.
• Work outside of regular assigned work schedule, including nights and/or weekends as requested.
• Ensure vehicles, equipment, and toolboxes are locked and secure when left unattended.
• Perform all duties safely to avoid injury to self or others.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Equipment Used

Shop equipment and tools: line markers, tractor and mower, riding and power mowers, all lawn equipment, ladder, garden and small hand tools (screwdrivers, wrenches, hammers, sockets, pliers, crimpers, wire cutters, etc.), hand saws, power tools, drills, jacks, lift equipment, gas‑powered weed trimmer, blower, edger, sprayer, and striping machine. Vehicle and related equipment: light van or truck, seat belts, shoulder harness, safety equipment (flared reflective signs), fire extinguisher, radio communication equipment.

Working

Conditions

Ability to concentrate, communicate effectively, handle several projects at the same time with frequent interruptions. Physical demands include lifting, walking, climbing, balancing, kneeling, crawling, repetitive hand motions, exposure to temperature extremes, humidity, noise, vibration, biological and chemical hazards, operating machinery, wet conditions, uneven surfaces, and prolonged or irregular hours.

Employee Benefits

Position Type:
Groundskeeper, Length of Work Year: 260 days, Wage/hour status:
Non‑Exempt, Hourly Range: $14.00 – $19.34, Pay Grade: AU‑02.

Final date to receive applications

Until Filled

Reports To

Director for Maintenance/Facilities/Construction, Grounds Supervisor.

Internal Transfer Notice

If you are a current Mission CISD employee, please submit an employee transfer request form via the internal applicants link.

EEO Statement

The Mission Consolidated Independent School District does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, gender, age, national origin, disability, military status, or on any other basis prohibited by law.

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